Community Calendar

Landmark: Less Cancer Hike and Bike America 2026
Walk, ride and roam anywhere/anytime. Enter your photos of local landmarks and favorite adventure places to win prizes!
June 6th – July 6th
The annual event serves as our primary fundraiser, helping fuel our critical cancer prevention initiatives.
Register for FREE today at: https://www.lesscancer.org/

Deepen your understanding of landscape painting with artist Matthew Grimmer. During this four-week course, students will learn the building blocks of creating dynamic, well-composed landscapes. Starting with sketches, students will practice draftsmanship and compositional studies to prepare their canvas for paint. We will cover how to use a variety of artistic tools, including but not limited to pens, pencils, watercolors, and cameras, to gather the information required to complete our oil paintings later in the course. Students will employ the “new” oil method, which involves a base layer of marble dust, oil, and pigment, followed by a detailed underpainting focused on values, layout, and linework. During the following weeks, we will shift our attention to more in-depth painting skills: color theory, brush handling, and working fat-over-lean, to name a few. This course is designed for beginner or intermediate-level painters.

This 4-week course will be held weekly from 2-4 pm on Mondays, June 15-July 6, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Recommended age: 16 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

UNA Cadillac Plein Air Challenge - Spring and Summer 2026 

Calling all artists!

This summer we’re gathering every Tuesday morning from 9:30-11:30 to paint and sketch around beautiful Cadillac.

Each week we’ll explore a different scenic location — lakes, parks, downtown landmarks, and more. When you join you’ll receive a text or email with each week’s location.

This is a free event for all members of Up-North Arts. Not a member? Join today! Only $35 for an annual membership with many benefits. www.upnorthartsinc.org.

Bring your supplies and join us for:

🎨 Creativity
🌞 Fresh air
👩‍🎨 New artist friends
📍 Amazing local views

The challenge runs May through July, ending with an August community art exhibit.

All skill levels welcome.

Explore the world of theater, improv, and more with Mount Pleasant’s own Tena Gilbreath, a professional Hollywood theatre and Second City improv actress. Students age 7-12 can gain insight into the theater world and learn the fundamentals of acting through improvisation, scene work, voice acting, character development, and performance techniques. You’ll gain confidence in public speaking, storytelling, and exercise creativity while having fun in a supportive environment. Expect to improve your acting technique and build performance experience through creative exercises and theater games, culminating in a showcase of your skills at the final session.

This 6-week course will be held from 3-6 pm on Tuesdays, July 7-August 11, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway, Mt. Pleasant, MI.

Recommended age: 7-12

A snack will be provided midway through each session. Students with food sensitivities should bring a snack from home.

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Play in your pajamas! The children's program room will be open for ages 0-5 and their caregiver(s) for an evening of play. This is a great opportunity to connect with each other, play with some different toys, and look at and check out library books.

Recurring every Tuesday and Thursday 6/2-8/27 5:30-6:45pm

Alternating Tuesdays / 6:30 – 8 pm / $5 drop-in
Jan 13, 27
Feb 3, 17
March 10, 24
April 7, 21

Who doesn’t love to dance? This low-key class taught by local choreographer Kelli Jolly is designed for adults ages 18 and up! A flexible schedule allows you to drop in whenever you want.

Appropriate for ALL levels, from experienced dancer to complete beginner – the class is about having fun and enjoying the rhythm without any pressure.

Classes are 90 minutes and consist of a warmup, skills across the dance floor, and a combination.

Wear any comfortable shoes and clothing.

Join artist and instructor Cheryl Meyer in this three-day course for teens and adults, and delve into the artistry of watercolor painting. This course will guide you in various brushstrokes and techniques to control your water and pigment, allowing students to play with mixing colors and color theory. You will explore hard versus soft edges, wet on wet, wet on dry, pouring, glazing, spritzing, & masking techniques. This course is suited for beginners or those with prior experience; the goal is experimentation and enjoying the process! The small class size is perfectly suited for one-on-one help and achieving your watercolor goals.

This three-day course will be held daily from 10:30 am-12:30 pm on Wednesday, July 8, to Friday, July 10, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway, Mt. Pleasant, MI.

Recommended age: 13 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Young artists are invited to hone their drawing skills this summer with instructor Jason Correia in this 4-week skill-building course focused on creating their own character. Over the four weeks, students will design an original character and gradually develop a story and world around them. Each week, they’ll build their character through drawing, exploring expressions, poses, environments, storytelling, and world-building, while learning drawing fundamentals along the way. This course is perfect for setting a solid foundation in drawing techniques that can enhance art skills in other media.

This course will be held weekly from 1-2:30 pm on Wednesdays, July 8-29, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at 111 E. Broadway, Mount Pleasant, MI.

Recommended age: 8-12

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Explore the world of theater, improv, and more with Mount Pleasant’s own Tena Gilbreath, a professional Hollywood theatre and Second City improv actress. Students age 13-18 can gain insight into the theater world and learn the fundamentals of acting through improvisation, scene work, voice acting, character development, and performance techniques. You’ll gain confidence in public speaking, storytelling, and exercise creativity while having fun in a supportive environment. Expect to improve your acting technique and build performance experience through creative exercises and theater games, culminating in a showcase of your skills at the final session.

This 6-week course will be held from 3-6 pm on Wednesdays, July 1-August 5, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway, Mt. Pleasant, MI.

Recommended age: 13-18

A snack will be provided midway through each session. Students with food sensitivities should bring a snack from home.

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Djangophonique is an award-winning group of amazing musicians out of Ann Arbor that delivers the infectious joy, and expressive freedom that is the heart of the monouche jazz movement. The group has built a great reputation throughout the Midwest playing monouche style jazz, sometimes referred to as Gypsy Jazz. You'll be hearing a lot of jazz standards from the 1920s and 1930s, including some wonderful ballads sung exquisitely by Katie Lynne, along with some newer music in the monouche style. This style of jazz is a vibrant, acoustic style pioneered in 1930s Paris by the legendary Romani guitarist Django Reinhardt and French violinist Stephan Grappelli. Characterized by driving, percussive rhythms, rapid arpeggios, and virtuosic improvisation, it uniquely blends American swing with European folk and Romani musical traditions. The result is a sound that's unmistakable to fans of the music, and alluring to the uninitiated. It's wonderful!

Djangophonique is led by guitarist Andrew Brown, a true disciple of the style. Grant Flick, violinist extraordinaire, will join the group for their St Johns show. David Bendena is on rhythm guitar with Dave Stearns on upright bass. This incredible group is not to be missed - definitely worth the trip up to the beautiful St Johns City Park for a wonderful evening concert.

Join artist and instructor Cheryl Meyer in this three-day course for teens and adults, and delve into the artistry of watercolor painting. This course will guide you in various brushstrokes and techniques to control your water and pigment, allowing students to play with mixing colors and color theory. You will explore hard versus soft edges, wet on wet, wet on dry, pouring, glazing, spritzing, & masking techniques. This course is suited for beginners or those with prior experience; the goal is experimentation and enjoying the process! The small class size is perfectly suited for one-on-one help and achieving your watercolor goals.

This three-day course will be held daily from 10:30 am-12:30 pm on Wednesday, July 8, to Friday, July 10, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway, Mt. Pleasant, MI.

Recommended age: 13 and up

Please note: An active membership is not required to register. Active members receive a 15% discount on classes.

Create memories and learn new skills this summer with our Summer Studio program. Created for all ages, this program provides affordable, high-quality workshops in a variety of media to make for an artful summer. Each session will explore a different art form. This program is sponsored by Mt. Pleasant Jaycees. Each attendee will receive a $5 voucher for any future class.

Explore the art of mosaic with a bite-sized project, creating mosaic coasters. Led by instructor Kim Bigard, students will use scrap stained-glass pieces, tumbled tile shapes, and glass gems to artfully arrange their tesserae. Adults will learn how to cut and shape their glass pieces, while youth can use pre-shaped tesserae and attach them to their coaster base. All students will be sent a grout kit and directions to grout their project at home. The workshop is open to all ages and skill levels.

This workshop will be held from 2-4 pm on Thursday, July 9, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway St. in Mt. Pleasant.

Recommended age: 6 and up

Note: Participants are limited to (1) Summer Studio workshop per year. We will allow additional workshops only if the workshop does not reach capacity. After each Summer Studio workshop reaches capacity, we will create a waitlist. To be considered for additional SS workshops, please join the waitlist. Please let staff know if you are unable to come, so we can offer your space to someone on the waitlist.

Play in your pajamas! The children's program room will be open for ages 0-5 and their caregiver(s) for an evening of play. This is a great opportunity to connect with each other, play with some different toys, and look at and check out library books.

Recurring every Tuesday and Thursday 6/2-8/27 5:30-6:45pm

Club Create is a program created in partnership with Michigan Arts Access for adults with disabilities. Club Create offers adults with disabilities hands-on experiences in the arts, led by professional artists. Club members participate in an art experience at each meeting and also have time to socialize with other club members. Club Create of Mid Michigan meets 5:30-7 pm on the second Thursday of each month. Caregivers are welcome to participate as well.

Club Create of Mid Michigan members will meet from 5:30 pm-7 pm, Thursday, July 9, in the Idonea Hersee Classroom at Art Reach, 111 E. Broadway in Mount Pleasant.

Thursdays, July 9 / 7:00-8:30 / $20 per person.

Preregistration is required. Adults 16+

Ever wonder what really happens on the other side of the director's table? In this eye-opening class, actors step into the shoes of directors, casting teams, and producers to gain a deeper understanding of what makes a performance stand out. By watching, evaluating, and guiding other actors, you’ll sharpen your instincts, clarify your choices, and discover how your work is perceived from a decision-maker’s perspective. When it’s your turn back in front of the table, you’ll bring sharper focus, confidence, and a director’s insight to every moment you play.